Webinars to focus on invasives
LANSING — Are you concerned about invasive species in Michigan? Wondering what is being done or what you can do to protect your property and the outdoor places you love? Two upcoming NotMISpecies webinars have answers and information you can use.
The hourlong, monthly series hosts experts with hands-on experience in invasive species research, management and prevention who provide current information on threats to Michigan’s land and waters. Question and answer sessions and links to resources help attendees get the most out of each presentation.
“Big, hungry fish: What’s being done to prevent invasive bighead, silver and black carp from entering the Great Lakes” is set for 9 to 10 a.m. June 24. To register, visit https://bit.ly/2SLdaGK.
Michigan Department of Natural Resources senior water policy adviser Tammy Newcomb will explain the threat posed by these invasive fish, current monitoring and surveillance programs, and Michigan’s partnership with Illinois and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to provide a long-term solution to protect the Great Lakes.
“Hey! What’s that in your backyard? An introduction to Michigan’s cooperative invasive species management areas” is scheduled for 9 to 10 a.m. July 27. To register, visit https://bit.ly/3wKvSwI.
Katie Grzesiak, Nick Cassel and Fallon Chabala, representatives from the Michigan Invasive Species Coalition, will discuss what a CISMA is, how CISMAs can help with management of invasives on your property and the benefits of partnering with your local CISMA.
Recordings of all past NotMISpecies webinars are available at Michigan.gov/EGLEEvents under “Featured Webinar Series.”


